"Mademoiselle in New York" by Lucienne Renaudin Vary is a captivating journey through a diverse range of musical styles and eras. Released on October 4, 2019, under Warner Classics, this 59-minute album showcases the remarkable versatility and virtuosity of the young French horn player.
The album opens with a medley of Gershwin classics, seamlessly transitioning into works by Ravel, Milhaud, and other notable composers. Renaudin Vary's interpretations are fresh and innovative, with arrangements by Alan Elliott that highlight her technical prowess and expressive depth. From the lush romanticism of "Songs My Mother Taught Me" to the playful energy of "Le bœuf sur le toit," each track offers a unique listening experience.
Highlights include a soulful rendition of "I Loves You, Porgy" from Gershwin's "Porgy and Bess," a lively take on the "West Side Story" medley, and a sparkling performance of "Glitter and Be Gay" from Bernstein's "Candide." The album concludes with a bright and uplifting version of "Sunny," leaving the audience with a sense of joy and satisfaction.
"Mademoiselle in New York" is a testament to Lucienne Renaudin Vary's artistic maturity and her ability to connect with audiences through her music. Whether you're a fan of classical, jazz, or musical theater, this album offers something special.
S'Wonderful / But Not for Me / I Got Rhythm / An American in Paris (Ballet) [Medley]George Gershwin, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
Ravel: Pavane pour une infante défunte, M. 19 (Orch. Elliott)Maurice Ravel, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
Gershwin: Porgy and Bess, Act 2: "I Loves You, Porgy" (Orch. Elliott)George Gershwin, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
For Me, FormidableCharles Aznavour, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
Milhaud: Le bœuf sur le toit, Op. 58 (Orch. Elliott)Darius Milhaud, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
Bird's LamentLouis Thomas Hardin, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
Si tu vois ma mèreSidney Bechet, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
Shall We Gather at the River?Robert Lowry, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
West Side Story: Tonight / I Feel Pretty / Maria / Gee, Officer Krupke / Somewhere (Medley)Leonard Bernstein, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
Je ne t'aime pas (Orch. Elliott)Kurt Weill, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
They All LaughedGeorge Gershwin, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
Gypsy Songs, Op. 55: IV. Songs My Mother Taught MeAntonín Dvořák, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
Bernstein: Candide, Act 1: "Glitter and Be Gay" (Orch. Elliott)Leonard Bernstein, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra